Manchester to Sheffield bus with National Express

Buses from Manchester to Sheffield

Whether traveling for business or pleasure, the 40-mile route from Manchester to Sheffield in Yorkshire is readily serviced. Passengers can choose from direct and indirect connections, all offered by National Express. Indirect routes usually involve a change at Leeds. Direct services take as little as one hour 25 minutes, with the fastest indirect route taking two hours 55 minutes.

Which bus companies travel from Manchester to Sheffield?

UK national coach company National Express provides direct coaches from Manchester to Sheffield seven days a week. National Express has a nationwide fleet of comfortable, spacious coaches, with onboard services including WiFi and personal air conditioning.

How long is the bus from Manchester to Sheffield?

Journey times can vary depending on congestion on the roads, particularly during peak travel. The fastest direct route takes just one hour 25 minutes. The fastest indirect service takes just two hours 15 minutes, involving a transfer at Leeds. Passengers must be sure to check the wait time at the transfer station to ensure they do not incur a long layover.

How many buses are there from Manchester to Sheffield?

Each day, passengers can expect to choose from 13 departures. Of these 13, two will usually be direct. Indirect options are readily available, involving a change at Leeds. Departures are spread throughout the day, including an overnight service that departs Manchester at 3:40 a.m. arriving in Sheffield before 7:00 a.m.

What are the departure and arrival stations for buses from Manchester to Sheffield?

Departure bus station: All coaches depart from Manchester Coach Station, located just off Chorlton Street in the city center. Both Manchester Piccadilly and Piccadilly Gardens, Manchester's rail stations, are within easy walking distance, making arrival at the station easy from many destinations across the UK and locally. Station facilities include car parking, toilets, coffee shops, and charging points.

Arrival bus station: Passengers will arrive at Sheffield Coach Station, otherwise known as Sheffield Interchange. Centrally located, the station is within walking distance of the train station, accessible via a covered walkway. A tram stop at the Interchange can connect passengers with the three Sheffield Supertram routes. Local bus routes also stop at the Interchange, as do numerous coaches serving the rest of the UK, if passengers would like to continue travel. Station facilities include toilets, coffee shops, newsagents and ATMs.